Tesla Adds First Right to Left Language; Hebrew Support Added in Update 2023.32

Tesla adds support for Hebrew in update 2023.32.1

PareshPanchal91 / Edited by Not a Tesla App

Tesla's commitment to global inclusivity and accessibility is highlighted in its latest software update, 2023.32, which now incorporates support for Hebrew. Recognizing Hebrew as its first right-to-left (RTL) language, this inclusion isn't merely a new linguistic addition. It acknowledges an expansive community of users as the brand grows worldwide.

Beyond Israel's borders, the U.S. boasts the second-largest Hebrew-speaking population. By integrating Hebrew support, Tesla directly reaches out to an even larger international community, ensuring a comfortable and familiar user experience for millions.

The Significance of Right-to-Left Script

Hebrew is one of the few languages, alongside Arabic and others, written and read from right to left. But catering to RTL languages isn't just about flipping text direction. It's about redesigning software interfaces and the user experience and ensuring that the new language isn't a mere addition but integrates seamlessly and feels inherently native.

With native language support, Hebrew-speaking Tesla drivers in Israel and worldwide can intuitively navigate their vehicles' interfaces while minimizing distractions.

Vehicles Supported

In this update Hebrew support has only been added to the Model 3 and Model Y. However, additional support is likely coming, at least for the refreshed Model S and Model X.

Diving into Hebrew: A Language of Legacy and Modernity:

Understanding the depth of the Hebrew language can further illuminate the significance of Tesla's latest update:

• Historic Lineage: Hebrew, with its rich history stretching over 3,000 years, is not only the liturgical language of Judaism but also one of the world's oldest languages.
• From Ancient to Modern: The transition of Hebrew from primarily a liturgical language to a vibrantly spoken one in the late 19th and early 20th centuries is a testament to linguistic revival and cultural preservation.
• Unique Linguistic Traits Interestingly, classical Hebrew is written without vowels. Instead, it uses a system of dots and dashes known as "nikkud" placed around the letters to indicate vowel sounds. This unique system offers a distinct reading experience, merging ancient practices with modern understanding.

Tesla’s Hebrew integration bridges the gap between state-of-the-art technology and ancient linguistic traditions. It serves as a reminder of the brand’s dedication to acknowledging and celebrating global diversity.

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Tesla Introduces Hands-Free Frunk Opening in Update 2024.32.3

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In Tesla’s upcoming update, 2024.32.3, Tesla has added hands-free support for opening the vehicle’s frunk. This follows the Spring Update (2024.14), which added Hands-Free Trunk support for certain vehicles.

When hands-free trunk support was added earlier this year, it was supported on vehicles that include an ultra wideband chip, which includes the refresh Model S, new Model X, and the 2024 Model 3. Due to the hardware requirement, these will be the same vehicles that support the new Hands-Free Frunk feature. Legacy vehicles without UWB will unfortunately not support either feature due to the hardware requirement. UWB enables far more accurate tracking of the phone key, allowing Tesla to pinpoint its exact location relative to the vehicle.

The Cybertruck interestingly also includes an ultra wideband chip, however, it didn’t include the automatic opening of the gate earlier this year. However, we expect the Cybertruck to also receive the hands-free frunk opening in this 2024.32.3 update or relatively soon afterward.

Update: The Cybertruck is receiving hands-free frunk support in the 2024.32 update as well.

Hands-Free Frunk

The Hands-Free Frunk works similarly to the trunk feature – with an iPhone 11+ and a recent version of the app, you’ll be able to stand in front of your vehicle, and the Frunk will unlatch after sounding a chime. On some vehicles, the frunk will immediately open after being unlatched, however, you’ll need to manually close it.

This new feature isn’t enabled by default – you’ll need to go to Settings > Locks > Hands-Free Frunk to enable it.

At this time, Tesla doesn’t support UWB on Android devices, though both the Hands-Free Trunk and Hands-Free Frunk support will come to Android users in a future app update, according to Tesla.

Exclude Home

With the addition of the hands-free frunk opening, Tesla has also added a new option. You can now choose to disable the automatic opening when your vehicle is located at home to prevent you from accidentally opening. This will apply to the automatic frunk and trunk. In addition, in the Model X, you’ll also be able to disable the self-presenting doors at home. This is a great addition as many people have kept the hands-free feature disabled due to it awkwardly opening in the garage.

In the 2024.32.3 update, Tesla also mentions that they’ve improved the detection of the phone key, which should make the feature more reliable and faster when approaching the vehicle from the front or rear.

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Tesla’s Referral Program Launches in Europe

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Following its recent launch in the United States and Canada, Tesla has launched their referral program in several European countries as well.

The program is available in Germany, Norway, France, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom and possibly others. The program is almost the same as the one available today in North America, with rewards for each referral and a discount for those referred. The cap in Europe is also ten per year.

This program comes right on the heels of a 0% financing offer for the Model Y in Sweden and France. While referrals aren't currently available in Sweden, the 0% financing still is.

European Referrals

The European Referral program accounts for country and local currency, where applicable.

The referral reward program is comparable to the one available in North America. After exchange rates, there is only an approximately 10% difference between the available rewards in the US and EU.

Other Countries

We expect this program to start rolling out to other European countries over the next few days or weeks, as Tesla continues to expand its referral program.

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